Paul Verlaine published 2 novellas and 4 poetry collections, beginning with Poèmes Saturniens (1866).
Updated September 2026
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Poèmes Saturniens
Paul Verlaine's most-read book.
Novellas in order
Les Poètes Maudits (Apr 1884)
Sagesse (1893)
Poetry in order
Poèmes Saturniens (1866)
Fêtes Galantes (1869)
Romances Sans Paroles (1874)
Selected Poems (1902)
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About Paul Verlaine
Paul Marie Verlaine was a French poet, writer and critic associated with the Symbolist, Parnassianist and Decadent movements. He is considered one of the paramount exponents of the fin de siècle in French and international poetry.
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Paul Verlaine FAQ
- How many books has Paul Verlaine written?
- Paul Verlaine published 2 novellas and 4 poetry collections that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Paul Verlaine's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Poèmes Saturniens.
- What is Paul Verlaine's last book?
- Sagesse (1893).
- What is Paul Verlaine's most famous book?
- Poèmes Saturniens (1866) is Paul Verlaine's most widely read book.
- Does Paul Verlaine write under a pen name?
- Yes: Paul Verlaine has also published as Pablo de Herlagnèz and Pauvre Lelian.
- Can I read Paul Verlaine's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by Paul Verlaine are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.